How do you handle bills on unemployment?

We are a household of 11 and the budget no longer works. There are 11 people counting on me, so I am trying to be careful. I listed needs and wants and cut a few subscriptions. Did lenders work with you?

I called each lender and asked for a hardship plan. Two agreed to lower payments for a few months.

Check for energy assistance programmes. I got a credit that covered two bills.